The London Tube map gets a fashion makeover

The Tube is many things, but fashionable isn’t one of the words we would’ve used to describe it. Until now.

This alternative Tube map puts a stylish spin on even the most prosaic of underground interchanges. Suddenly, that annoying change of lines at [Tyra] Bank doesn’t seem quite so bad. Simply think what would Tyra do and turn heads with your fierce runway walk.

Instead of that dread at being stuck down-wind of someone’s sweaty armpit on the last leg home, channel Anna Wintour and effortlessly glide round the Circouture line as if it were tailor-made for you.

And now that you know your Phillip Limlico from your Vivienne Westminster, let us take you on a whirlwind tour of the most stylish stops – as seen through a fashionista’s rose tinted designer glasses.

Wildfoxford Circus

Union Jack emojis at the ready. MarcoGovel/MarcoGovel

You have to get there via the Central (Saint Martins) line, surrounded by excitable tourists, and the crowds within three months of Christmas make you wonder why you bothered, but you’re so fabulous that the crowds part to let you and your oversized floppy sunhat through. Here’s where you’ll find Topshop World of course.

Joan Vauxhalls

They’re putting shops here too (Picture: Adam Petto)

In what estate agents call an up and coming area, nearby Northcote Road is home to the best array of shops and restaurants you could wish for. Yes, it’s south of the river, but you’ve started trends more often than you’ve had hot dinners. Here, you’ll discover branches of Whistles, Question Air and Gail’s Bakery.

Hedi Slimoane Square

Slimoane Square: Don’t let the locals put you off (Picture: E4)

Sloane Rangers are so passé. You’re in town now. You may not have daddy’s credit card and instead be getting by on an overdraft, but the charity shops are worth a look-in for last season designer items (try the Oxfam Boutique), Then, you can head to Battersea Park via a supermarket to eat for less than an hour’s wage.

Canary Waif

Look at all those potential shops (Picture: IPG Gutenberg UK Ltd)

It’s easy to forget that it’s just a quick trip on the DLR from Tyra Bank, but Canary Waif is home to one of the best shopping centres in London (although it’s technically four), and you get to pretend to drive the train on the way there.

Campbelsize Park

Shouldn’t supermodels be throwing things? (Picture: DB Photographer)

Little sister to Hampstead Heath (another good place for picnics), you’ll find the same hangover-quenching bakeries here but with significantly fewer yummy mummies (though possibly more stroppy supermodels) and it’s only a few stops north of Camdenim Town, so won’t take up too much of your fabulous time.

Old Street Style

Just hanging out with a coffee in Hoxton (Picture: Tracy Packer Photography)

Whether you’re looking for burgers (oh Byron) or a weird mix of things (how to describe Pitfield: cafe? homewares?), head towards Hoxton Square, then wander round Rivington Street for more boutiques. You may even get papped by a street style photographer who loves your perfect outfit.

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